Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Sofia January 2026 | Expedia.ca [Sofia Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Sofia.dx3235)[Hotels in Sofia](https://expedia.ca/Sofia-Hotels.d3235.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Sofia](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Sofia.d3235.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Sofia Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Sofia.d3235.Car-Rental-Guide)[Sofia Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Sofia.d3235.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Sofia ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Sofia Types of activities Where to stay [Sofia travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Sofia.dx3235) ![Ivan Vazov National Theatre which includes heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6097820/e84c7119-8c1f-4bb6-91b5-7cb881e80956.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ivan Vazov National Theatre which includes heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6097820/e84c7119-8c1f-4bb6-91b5-7cb881e80956.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Borisova Gradina showing cycling, a garden and forests](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6097818/6114f5da-65d2-4c11-8740-6ac4d2ca0874.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Saint Nedelya Church featuring a sunset and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6097812/927eb8ae-ea85-4b42-a206-f68cc1066275.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Prince Alexander of Battenberg Square featuring a garden and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6097850/562b7b2a-d2cc-4166-83e6-1990fa439f5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Sofia Attractions Constantly in search of expanding your horizons and innovative ways to get inspired, you're eager to check out a new destination from top to bottom. You're keen to set course in a new direction. It's not hard to fill an itinerary, because Expedia Canada can connect you with lots of things to do. Reserve your activities now, and the only thing you'll have left to do is pack your suitcase and get excited. Next stop: Sofia! - Book your favourite tours and excursions on Expedia Canada for significant savings, and you'll still have money for a top hotel or decadent meal while you're visiting. The activities in Sofia are not only among the best, but they won't cost an arm and a leg. We have 167 things to do here, and you can make them yours starting at just CA $7 . - Sofia is popular among travellers suchlike yourself. In fact, a good percentage of travellers can't wait for their next holiday to this city to get a taste of local culture and find the top activities. The top activities can earn the interest of even well-versed globetrotters, and one look at our list explains why. Our collection includes a wide range of culturally based tours and opportunities for excitement. With eating excursions like [Small-Group Sofia Food, Heritage & Culture Tour](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/small-group-sofia-food-heritage-culture-tour.a222057.activity-details), there is a huge selection of active options to choose from when you browse through all the options available here at Expedia Canada. Our activities are the best way to organize your trip. It takes a bit of planning to best get the feel for Sofia, especially when you want to include lots of exciting activities. And we realize you're itching to explore every avenue—you're excited to get out and see what life is like for locals. You look forward to checking off the most essential activities around, and a quiet day exploring local neighbourhoods is always time well spent. Book professional area tours on Expedia Canada, and you'll never get lost. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Sofia ### Tours & day trips [See all 150 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Rila Monastery & Boyana Church Tour 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Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49902388/0caa976f-4c3b-46a9-9a10-f9b54156e753.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sofia Small Group City Tour 2h Free cancellation available CA $19 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sofia-small-group-city-tour.a49902388.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Full-Day Belogradchik Rocks and Belogradchik Fortress from Sofia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4488792/4e224453-8a39-4a8b-ab2e-b8874a9fe9b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-Day Belogradchik Rocks and Belogradchik Fortress from Sofia 11h Free cancellation available CA $154 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-belogradchik-rocks-and-venetsa-cave-tour-from-sofia.a4488792.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Full day Plovdiv](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/541437/62aa49b2-c0e1-41d1-b362-59a273920285.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full day Plovdiv 8h 10/10 5 reviews Free cancellation available CA $40 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-plovdiv.a541437.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Plovdiv, Asen's Fortress and Bachkovo Monastery small group tour with picku...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44866720/0468b6e1-6304-4b07-8e3e-b957650e6cd1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Plovdiv, Asen's Fortress and Bachkovo Monastery small group tour with picku... 10h Free cancellation available CA $154 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/plovdiv-asens-fortress-and-bachkovo-monastery-small-group-tour-with-pickup.a44866720.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Rila Monastery Morning Half Day tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48963114/e3760d55-bd40-428c-8d2e-b472f9459de2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rila Monastery Morning Half Day tour 5h 6/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $79 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rila-monastery-morning-half-day-tour.a48963114.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![From Sofia: Serbia and Macedonia Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4734096/55944334-2993-49d8-ac31-8a9da0091fe0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Sofia: Serbia and Macedonia Tour 8h Free cancellation available CA $483 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-sofia-serbia-and-macedonia-trip.a4734096.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![From Sofia: Day Tour to Nis, Serbia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4512603/e92450d4-6e0c-48d4-861a-bac65dac634d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Sofia: Day Tour to Nis, Serbia 10h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $128 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-sofia-day-tour-to-nis-serbia.a4512603.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Private 2 in 1 Tour: Koprivshtitsa & Plovdiv from Sofia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1201948/2e22b140-1d38-45f5-9d21-a5ce498bf4b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private 2 in 1 Tour: Koprivshtitsa & Plovdiv from Sofia 10h Free cancellation available CA $128 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/combination-tour-koprivshtitsa-and-plovdiv-from-sofia.a1201948.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 59 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[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-ultimate-sofia-2-5-hour-walking-tour.a1201929.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Tour to Koprivshtitsa and the Buzludzha monument incl the Seuthes Thracian ...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3147087/b2aaccdc-af08-40ea-ae5d-cde6e9d603d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tour to Koprivshtitsa and the Buzludzha monument incl the Seuthes Thracian ... 11h Free cancellation available CA $553 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/tour-to-koprivshtitsa-and-the-buzludzha-monument-incl-the-seuthes-thracian-tomb.a3147087.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Private Every Day Sofia Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1201938/39e209e7-1b77-47f4-83e0-c1f8be5aaa08.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Every Day Sofia Walking Tour 4h Free cancellation available CA $31 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-every-day-sofia-walking-tour.a1201938.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Guided Visit to Alexander Nevsky Cathedral](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1007274/34495a4a-876b-4f69-a38c-cc5b07ea9328.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Guided Visit to Alexander Nevsky Cathedral 2h Free cancellation available CA $23 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/guided-visit-to-alexander-nevsky-cathedral.a1007274.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Private Plovdiv Day Trip from Sofia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1201921/b6c10f64-88db-4cea-bc04-58232c582099.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Plovdiv Day Trip from Sofia 8h 6/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $128 includes taxes & fees per adult 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includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/bulgarian-wine-and-cheese-tasting.a49370735.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Sofia Pub Crawl Tour of The Hidden Unique Bars](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2067639/c550f8cd-bc68-40ac-8d7b-d1fab5e6d048.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sofia Pub Crawl Tour of The Hidden Unique Bars 5h Free cancellation available CA $33 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sofia-pub-crawl-tour-of-the-hidden-unique-bars.a2067639.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Bulgarian Prime Cuts and Wine Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4201940/bcf25797-0436-4c96-b1a2-4530e79bc043.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bulgarian Prime Cuts and Wine Tour 1h CA $76 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/bulgarian-prime-cuts-and-wine-tour.a4201940.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Skopje Classic one-day tour from Sofia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48343824/0505dbfc-e5b3-434e-83bc-8933f0c730be.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Skopje Classic one-day tour from Sofia 12h Free cancellation available CA $242 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-skopje-one-day-tour-from-sofia.a48343824.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Sofia: Guided Tasting of Local Wines and Cheeses](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48237794/840bb487-d9a3-46cf-a4a3-7222d7440914.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sofia: Guided Tasting of Local Wines and Cheeses 1h Free cancellation available CA $30 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sofia-guided-tasting-of-local-wines-and-cheeses.a48237794.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Wine and Tapas Boutique Bulgarian Wine Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49042265/d9c6e68b-e7a3-4e46-8062-c4c08a70cd0a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wine and Tapas Boutique Bulgarian Wine Tasting 1h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $45 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wine-and-tapas-boutique-bulgarian-wine-tasting.a49042265.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Rakia Museum Entrance Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48376037/2e862cc6-5454-49f6-bbcb-6b82b4c1859c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rakia Museum Entrance Ticket Free cancellation available CA $33 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rakia-museum.a48376037.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![3-Hour Private Bulgarian Food Tasting Tour of Sofia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1125259/1276e74b-21e4-4d1f-a99d-072b9aa04edc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 3-Hour Private Bulgarian Food Tasting Tour of Sofia 3h Free cancellation available CA $141 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/3-hour-private-bulgarian-food-tasting-tour-of-sofia.a1125259.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![3 Days Best of Plovdiv and the magic of the Rhodope mountain](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44629687/906f05c1-78b6-48ef-a84a-5bcbe1045e7f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 3 Days Best of Plovdiv and the magic of the Rhodope mountain 3d 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $1,211 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-sofia-plovdiv-bachkovo-monastery-3-day-guided-trip.a44629687.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 15 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Belogradchik Rocks and Fortress from Sofia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4813180/8679effa-d0c8-492b-8abb-f4433fbec78e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Belogradchik Rocks and Fortress from Sofia 10h Free cancellation available CA $168 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/belogradchik-rocks-and-fortress-from-sofia.a4813180.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Private Vitosha Mountains Hiking with Black peak & Dragalevtsi Monastery](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1202064/154ad6c5-8ed2-4009-ab9b-35509771206c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Vitosha Mountains Hiking with Black peak & Dragalevtsi Monastery 6h Free cancellation available CA $47 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-vitosha-mountains-hiking-with-black-peak-dragalevtsi-monastery.a1202064.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) 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SPA](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1030491/25f1e46c-ab87-4e7b-9bfd-a174eb683f07.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Seven Rila lakes - guided day hiking with Waterfall and SPA 8h Free cancellation available CA $362 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/seven-rila-lakes-snowshoeing-experience-goritsa-waterfall-and-mineral-springs.a1030491.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Adventure bike tours in Sofia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3278599/b69f982d-87c7-4818-9b50-01f3f43f0f97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Adventure bike tours in Sofia 2h Free cancellation available CA $95 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/adventure-bike-tours-in-sofia.a3278599.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Private Sofia City Tour by Bike](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1201974/ad4d91fc-a758-4258-87f7-30879be49311.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Sofia City Tour by Bike 3h Free cancellation available CA $63 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-sofia-city-tour-by-bike.a1201974.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![The Seven Rila lakes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/518426/d66ce1d3-bb68-4378-8c57-b724722e0fa0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Seven Rila lakes 10h 7.6/10 4 reviews Free cancellation available CA $40 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-seven-rila-lakes.a518426.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Private Extreme UTV 4x4 Tour in Stara Planina near Sofia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49470588/e88d8939-fd88-48a2-b72d-cb749359021c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Extreme UTV 4x4 Tour in Stara Planina near Sofia 2h CA $323 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-extreme-utv-4x4-tour-in-stara-planina-near-sofia.a49470588.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Private Mountain Biking Experience in the Balkan Range](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1202162/fa18b327-aa64-45f0-804e-f1e7930bcb75.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Mountain Biking Experience in the Balkan Range 8h Free cancellation available CA $128 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/cycling-in-the-balkan-mountains.a1202162.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 7 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![From Sofia: Rila Monastery UNESCO Site & Outdoor Mineral Spa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44630799/101d11ab-3050-44ce-ac18-f43414d43bcd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Sofia: Rila Monastery UNESCO Site & Outdoor Mineral Spa 9h Free cancellation available CA $58 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-sofia-borovets-resort-and-thermal-bath-day-trip.a44630799.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Bulgarian Wine and Cheese Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49370735/9977a882-022d-4a32-be40-fa4bc30348f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bulgarian Wine and Cheese Tasting 1h Free cancellation available CA $31 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/bulgarian-wine-and-cheese-tasting.a49370735.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Discover Bulgaria with Dance in Sofia, Bulgaria](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1068704/e7793109-7b10-4e5d-ad59-cae94e9f09cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Discover Bulgaria with Dance in Sofia, Bulgaria 1h Free cancellation available CA $36 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/discover-bulgaria-with-dance-in-sofia-bulgaria.a1068704.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Sofia Exquisite Wine Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3473405/2d074a68-db12-488b-aa42-bb6d1805c490.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sofia Exquisite Wine Tasting 2h Free cancellation available CA $112 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sofia-exquisite-wine-tasting.a3473405.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Bulgarian Rose Aromatic Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49899226/d3a41e6e-f338-4d20-a22a-5d165ebfcd41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bulgarian Rose Aromatic Experience 30m Free cancellation available CA $23 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/bulgarian-rose-aromatic-experience.a49899226.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Bulgarian Food tasting, cullinary-historical tour, Cooking class](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46585958/20ff293f-9903-4382-870d-a8a6e1ca04cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bulgarian Food tasting, cullinary-historical tour, Cooking class 6h Free cancellation available CA $186 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/bulgarian-food-tasting-and-cooking-classes.a46585958.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![From Sofia: Leisure, SPA & Nature](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47862902/f719eea3-cfb5-4f55-81d1-513f4e80fb3d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Sofia: Leisure, SPA & Nature 5h Free cancellation available CA $413 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-borovets-leisure-spa-nature.a47862902.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Sofia | Number of things to do | 167 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom](/things-to-do/esim-airalo-europe-package-united-kingdom.a46752190.activity-details): CA $7 | | Top 5 things to do | [Sofia: Guided Tasting of Local Wines and Cheeses](/things-to-do/sofia-guided-tasting-of-local-wines-and-cheeses.a48237794.activity-details)[Sofia: Discover Bulgaria with Dance](/things-to-do/sofia-discover-bulgaria-with-dance.a48224234.activity-details)[Sofia Pub Crawl Tour of The Hidden Unique Bars](/things-to-do/sofia-pub-crawl-tour-of-the-hidden-unique-bars.a2067639.activity-details)[Rakia Museum Entrance Ticket](/things-to-do/rakia-museum.a48376037.activity-details)[Photos with traditional costumes in Sofia](/things-to-do/photos-with-traditional-costumes-in-sofia.a47755487.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Sofia: Guided Tasting of Local Wines and Cheeses](/things-to-do/sofia-guided-tasting-of-local-wines-and-cheeses.a48237794.activity-details)[Sofia: Discover Bulgaria with Dance](/things-to-do/sofia-discover-bulgaria-with-dance.a48224234.activity-details)[Sofia: City Monuments Guided Walking Tour with Audio Guide](/things-to-do/sofia-guided-walking-tour-of-sofia.a47929446.activity-details)[Sofia Small Group City Tour](/things-to-do/sofia-small-group-city-tour.a49902388.activity-details)[Sofia Highlights 2 Hour Sightseeing Walking Tour](/things-to-do/sofia-highlights-2-hour-sightseeing-walking-tour.a49809731.activity-details) | | With kids | [Sofia Small Group City Tour](/things-to-do/sofia-small-group-city-tour.a49902388.activity-details)[Sofia Highlights 2 Hour Sightseeing Walking Tour](/things-to-do/sofia-highlights-2-hour-sightseeing-walking-tour.a49809731.activity-details)[Private Communist Sofia Walking Tour](/things-to-do/private-communist-sofia-walking-tour.a1201909.activity-details)[From Sofia: Rila Monastery UNESCO Site & Outdoor Mineral Spa](/things-to-do/from-sofia-borovets-resort-and-thermal-bath-day-trip.a44630799.activity-details)[Admission Ticket to the Museum of Illusions in Sofia](/things-to-do/admission-ticket-to-the-museum-of-illusions-in-sofia.a2595911.activity-details) | ## What to do in Sofia --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Sofia ![Alexander Nevski Cathedral showing heritage architecture and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6097802/dfc72c32-1f0e-4a85-8ef4-884068b724da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alexander Nevski Cathedral Gaze in awe at this magnificent cathedral and step inside to see a fascinating collection of mosaics, murals and religious icons. [](https://expedia.ca/Alexander-Nevski-Cathedral-Sofia-City-Center.d6097802.Vacation-Attraction) ![National Palace of Culture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6097814/79fd028e-543e-464e-98fa-802532f1ce9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Palace of Culture This impressive castle-like monument is a multipurpose cultural center that hosts art exhibitions, a film festival and concerts by well-known performers. [](https://expedia.ca/National-Palace-Of-Culture-Sofia-City-Center.d6097814.Vacation-Attraction) ![The Central Mineral Baths is a landmark in the centre of Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, a city known for the mineral springs in the area. It was built in the early 20th century near the former Turkish bath and was used as the city's public baths until 1986. If you are in Sofia, don´t miss it! #amazing #Sofia #EasternEurope](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6050209/3cc18823-ee0e-4ec3-88d0-1577486ef0d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sofia Central Mineral Baths You can find out about the history of Sofia with a stop at Sofia Central Mineral Baths. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.ca/Sofia-Central-Mineral-Baths-Sofia-City-Center.d6097840.Vacation-Attraction) ![Vitoshka Boulevard showing markets, outdoor eating and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6170818/097daa80-9333-426c-b6ba-6ceb2e98b149.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Vitoshka Boulevard Stroll along the spacious main shopping street of Sofia and enjoy the mix of heritage façades, renowned retailers, leafy trees and lively cafés. [](https://expedia.ca/Vitoshka-Boulevard-Rajon-Triaditsa.d6170818.Vacation-Attraction) ![Bulgarian Parliament which includes night scenes and an administrative buidling](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6097806/5366e939-67df-477a-becc-8a5d324a0a70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bulgarian Parliament Admire the architecture of Bulgaria’s national assembly building and attend a parliamentary session at this elegant government building in Sofia’s city center. [](https://expedia.ca/Bulgarian-Parliament-Sofia-City-Center.d6097806.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ivan Vazov National Theatre which includes heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6097820/e84c7119-8c1f-4bb6-91b5-7cb881e80956.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ivan Vazov National Theatre Sofia’s largest theater combines a fascinating array of art and architecture with a busy schedule of performances by some of Bulgaria’s finest actors. [](https://expedia.ca/Ivan-Vazov-National-Theatre-Sofia-City-Center.d6097820.Vacation-Attraction) ![Caption--- - Snow on Vitosha Mountain, Bulgaria](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6097834/b5c394b7-71d9-47d9-b481-6ad888345c44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Vitosha Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Vitosha during your travels in Sofia. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its spas. [](https://expedia.ca/Mount-Vitosha-Vitosha-District.d6097834.Vacation-Attraction) ![Sofia University showing heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6097824/a9bac4b3-8080-4f31-9161-ae7c3393c24d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sofia University Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Sofia University, during your trip to Sofia. Discover the museums and cathedral in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.ca/Sofia-University-Sofia-City-Center.d6097824.Vacation-Attraction) ![Sofia Court House featuring a statue or sculpture, heritage architecture and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634289805213/e73a5ef6-c87f-4460-823b-22a544cacdd4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sofia Court House Behind the classical and Byzantine-inspired façade of this elegant, landmark building are rooms where judicial history has played out. [](https://expedia.ca/Sofia-Court-House-Sofia.d553248634289805213.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Sofia ![Sofia featuring heritage architecture and a house](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000660880/eede7a96-7135-4b83-85ed-a07a7656d54b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sofia City Center 4/5(32 area reviews) Noted for its museums and historic sites, there's plenty to explore in Sofia City Center. Top attractions like Slaveykov Square and Ivan Vazov National Theatre are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Serdika Station or Lavov Most Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.ca/Sofia-Sofia-City-Center.dx3000660880) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lozenets 4/5(4 area reviews) Unique features of Lozenets include the spas and bars. Make a stop by Borisova Gradina Park or Sofia Zoo while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Sofia-Lozenets.dx3000660879) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mladost 4/5(4 area reviews) While you're in Mladost, take in top sights like Inter Expo and Congress Center or Winter Palace of Sports, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Mladost 1 or Business Park Station. [](https://expedia.ca/Sofia-Mladost.dx553248635974587104) ![Saint Alexander Nevski Cathedral, Sofia, Bulgaria](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976006865/f67ef99f-5c13-46fe-be60-9ff78e5928fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sredets District While visiting Sredets District, you might make a stop by sights like Monument to the Liberating Tsar and Central Military Club. [](https://expedia.ca/Sofia-Sredets-District.dx553248635976006865) ![One of the many churches in Sofia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6050209/5d43fa82-11aa-46f1-bafd-ab1277d8afad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Rajon Triaditsa If you're spending some time in Rajon Triaditsa, Vitosha Blvd and National Palace of Culture are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Sofia-Rajon-Triaditsa.dx553248635976007013) ![Caption---- Snow on Vitosha Mountain, Bulgaria](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635939577099/f59a7909-515d-409d-80b6-2e22be63f66c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Vitosha District Vitosha District is noteworthy for its spas, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mount Vitosha and Boyana Church. [](https://expedia.ca/Sofia-Vitosha-District.dx553248635939577099) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Sofia ![Walking on the southern slopes of Vitosha with just the smallest remains of the river after a dry summer,with the trees showing the start of the Autumn colours on the mountain.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000043484/14d7633b-f56f-4884-9245-794f6a815651.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Samokov ![View from the highest peak in Vitosha- Cherni vrah.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6050209/186327ff-a7c2-4c1f-9fca-6f30dbee3e55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Pernik ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sofia worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Sofia? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Sofia? ### Is three days enough to stay in Sofia? ### Is Sofia a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Sofia with kids? > - [Sofia Small Group City Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sofia-small-group-city-tour.a49902388.activity-details) > - [Sofia Highlights 2 Hour Sightseeing Walking Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sofia-highlights-2-hour-sightseeing-walking-tour.a49809731.activity-details) > - [Private Communist Sofia Walking Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-communist-sofia-walking-tour.a1201909.activity-details) > - [From Sofia: Rila Monastery UNESCO Site & Outdoor Mineral Spa](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-sofia-borovets-resort-and-thermal-bath-day-trip.a44630799.activity-details) > - [Admission Ticket to the Museum of Illusions in Sofia](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/admission-ticket-to-the-museum-of-illusions-in-sofia.a2595911.activity-details) ### What to do in Sofia for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Sofia? ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Lodging - [Lgbt Friendly Hotels in Sofia-city ](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Sofia-City-LGBT-Friendly-Hotel.0-0-d553248635975176955-tLGBTFriendlyHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) - [Sofia-City Hotels ](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Sofia-City.d553248635975176955.Hotel-Destinations) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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